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Installation Instructions

Figure I

STEP 4–REMOVE TOEKICK

• Remove the 

2 toekick screws 
and toekick. 
Set aside for use 
in Step 21.

STEP 5–INSTALL POWER CORD

Skip this step if dishwasher will be direct wired or has a 

factory installed power cord.

In this step you will need the junction box cover and the 
#10 x 1/2" hex head screw from the screw kit set aside in 
Step 1. 

The power cord and connections must comply with the 
National Electrical Code, Section 422 and/or local codes and 
ordinances. Maximum power cord length is 6 feet. Power Cord 
Kit WX09X70910, available for purchase from an authorized GE 
Appliance Dealer, meets these requirements. 

• Install strain relief in junction box bracket.
• Insert power cord through strain relief and tighten.
• Make sure black, white and green dishwasher wires are 

threaded through small hole in junction box bracket.

• Connect power cord white (or ribbed) to dishwasher white 

wire, black (or smooth) to dishwasher black wire and ground 
to dishwasher green wire. Use UL listed wire nuts of 
appropriate size.

• Install junction box cover using #10 hex head screw. Be sure 

wires are not pinched under the cover.

Figure L

STEP 7– INSTALL DRAIN HOSE TO 

DISHWASHER DRAIN PORT

Skip this step if drain hose has been pre-installed

In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in 
Step 1.
• Stand dishwasher upright.
• Place drain hose clamp over 1-3/16" inside diameter end of 

drain hose.

Tip: 

Prevent drain hose damage and possible leaks. Be 

careful not to nick or cut the drain hose.

• Push the end of the drain hose over the drain pump outlet 

being careful not to disturb the check valve. Refer to Figure L.

• Seat the drain hose end against the hose stops on the pump 

outlet.

• Position hose clamp against the front lip of the drain hose 

and tighten clamp.

Figure J

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STEP 6– INSTALL 

90° ELBOW

• Wrap 90° elbow with 

thread seal tape.

• Thead 90° elbow into 

the water valve.

• Do not over tighten 

elbow; water valve 
bracket could bend 
or water valve 
fi tting could break.

• Position the 

end of the elbow 
to face the rear 
of the dishwasher.

Figure K

Front of Dishwasher

90

°

Elbow

Thread

Seal Tape

Fill

Hose

Water
Valve

Bracket

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Hose Clamp

Hose Stops

Pump Outlet

Check Valve

Do Not Remove

Note:

 Drain hose 

supplied with dish -
washer is approxi-
mately 78" long. If a 
longer hose is 
needed, a 120" long 
hose (10 feet) may 
be purchased from 
an authorized 
GE 
appliance 
dealer. The 
10' long 
hose is 
part 
number 

GPF10L

.

06E-1774A

White

Ground

Black

White, Black and Green

Dishwasher Wires

Junction Box

Cover

Power Cord

Wires

#10

Screw

Summary of Contents for Profile PDW7300N

Page 1: ... gloves safety glasses or goggles should be worn READ CAREFULLY KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Observe all governing codes and ordinances Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions for the consumer s and local inspector s use Note to Consumer Keep these instructions with your Owner s Manual for future reference Skill Level Installation of this dishwasher requires basic mechanical ele...

Page 2: ...ain hose if required Waste tee for house plumbing if applicable Electrical cable or power cord if applicable Screw type hose clamps Strain relief for electrical connection Hand shut off valve recommended Water line 3 8 minimum copper tubing GPF10L drain hose if needed Hose Clamps 90 ϒElbow Air Gap Carpenters Square Crescent Wrench Drill Bits Electrical Cable Flashlight Hand Valve Hole Saw Bit Leve...

Page 3: ... drain installation depends on the following questions Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap Do local codes or ordinances require an air gap Is waste tee less than 18 above floor Is waste tee less than 18 above floor If the answer to either question is YES Method 1 MUST be used If the answers are NO either method may be used CABINET PREPARATION Drill a 1 1 2 diameter hole in the cabinet ...

Page 4: ... the cable must be routed as shown in Figure E Cable must extend a minimum of 24 from the rear wall For power cord connections install a 3 prong grounding type receptacle in the sink cabinet rear wall 6 min or 18 max from the opening 6 to 18 above the floor 4 Figure E WARNING WARNING Electrical Requirements This appliance must be supplied with 120V 60Hz and connected to an individual properly groun...

Page 5: ...ed increase the spring tension If the door rises when released decrease the tension Note Increase or decrease tension as shown Adjust both springs to the same tension setting to correct balance Figure G Figure H Tip If door spring adjustment is necessary check door opening and closing If door does not open easily or falls too quickly check spring cable routing The cable is held in place by shoulde...

Page 6: ...DISHWASHER DRAIN PORT Skip this step if drain hose has been pre installed In this step you will need the drain hose and clamp set aside in Step 1 Stand dishwasher upright Place drain hose clamp over 1 3 16 inside diameter end of drain hose Tip Prevent drain hose damage and possible leaks Be careful not to nick or cut the drain hose Push the end of the drain hose over the drain pump outlet being ca...

Page 7: ... Stop pushing when the dishwasher extends about 6 inches forward of adjacent cabinets Make sure drain hose is not kinked under the dishwasher and there is no interference with the water line and wiring or any other component Figure O Figure P Tip Position water line and house wiring on the floor to avoid interference with base of dishwasher STEP 11 INSTALL TRIM PIECES Skip this step if trim is not...

Page 8: ...essary service charges Carefully open and close the door to ensure the door panel is not catching or rubbing on the cabinet frame 8 STEP 14 LEVEL DISHWASHER IMPORTANT Dishwasher must be level for proper dish rack operation and wash performance Place level on door and lower rack track as shown Check to make sure that the dishwasher is level left to right and front to back Level the dishwasher by ad...

Page 9: ...4 Door panel and or control panel must not hit cabinets or countertop Fasten the dishwasher to the underside of the countertop with the 2 Phillips special head screws Refer to Figure T Make certain screws are driven straight and flush to prevent panel damage Method 2 Secure dishwasher to cabinet sides Recheck alignment of the dishwasher in the cabinet Refer to Steps 13 and 14 Door panel and or cont...

Page 10: ...tion with hose clamps Figure X Figure Y Secure the drain hose to the air gap waste tee or disposer with clamps Note TOTAL DRAIN HOSE LENGTH MUST NOT EXCEED 10 FEET FOR PROPER DRAIN OPERATION Method 2 Built in High drain loop with waste tee or disposer Tip Avoid unnecessary service call charges Prior to connecting drain hose be sure excess hose is not trapped kinked or crushed by the dishwasher Pul...

Page 11: ...10 Check door alignment with tub If door hits tub level Check door alignment with tub If door hits tub level dishwasher See Steps 14 and 15 Pull lower rack out about halfway Check to be sure it does Pull lower rack out about halfway Check to be sure it does not roll back or forward on the door If the rack moves adjust leveling legs See Step 14 Check door alignment with cabinet If door hits cabinet...

Page 12: ... If leaks are found turn off power at the breaker and correct plumbing as necessary Restore power after corrections are made See Steps 7 and 17 Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the water Open dishwasher door and make sure most of the water has drained If not check that disposer plug has been removed and or air gap is not plugged Also check drain hose to be sure it is not kinked underneat...

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